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We’re excited to announce the release of our PA-CB40-4 Synchronized Motion Control System. Designed for user-friendly operation, these actuator control boxes, manufactured in Canada, bring more flexibility and intelligence to how you operate your Hall effect electric linear actuators. Whether you're working on an industrial actuator system, smart home actuator setups, or custom projects requiring synchronous motion, the PA-CB40-4 Synchronized ...

The advancement of actuator technology and automation systems has created a growing need for control solutions that combine high efficiency, versatility, and intelligent functionality — all within a compact, wireless design. To meet this demand, we’re excited to introduce the PA-CB30 as our new actuator control system to offer wireless high performance and advanced safety features in a versatile compact actuator control box! In this article, w...

You’ve got a tight space, a new motion requirement, and a product deadline. As the design comes into focus, you realize a traditional actuator won’t fit—and that’s the moment a micro linear actuator steps onto the stage. In this guide, we’ll follow the arc most engineers take: define the constraint, evaluate the options, run a crisp selection checklist, and decide when micro wins—and when a standard or heavy-duty actuator is the smarter move. ...

Compact and versatile micro linear actuators are critical for industrial applications where space is limited. Traditionally, achieving a smaller form factor often meant compromising on performance or durability. However, advancements in actuator technology have paved the way for compact solutions that don’t sacrifice functionality, even in demanding use cases. In this product overview, we will cover the new PA-MC2 Compact Micro Linear Actuator...

Here at Progressive Automations, we are confident in the quality of our products. So confident, in fact, that we are proud to offer an industry-leading 18-month warranty. However, things happen, and while we strive for perfection with our units, nothing is perfect. Sometimes you will realize that the unit is too big for your application. Sometimes things might happen where you might need to send your unit back to us for inspection. When you ne...

Compare hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric linear actuators. Learn their pros and cons, applications, and discover why electric actuators are the top choice.